Kia Forte Kia Forte 2014 Mazda Mazda6 Mazda Mazda6 2006
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6 Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $17,605

Kia Forte LX   
Difference: $11,720

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,147

Kia Forte LX   
Difference: $9,862

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420062006
ModelForteMazda6Mazda6
TrimLXMazdaSpeed6 SportMazdaSpeed6 Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $15,900 $27,995 $29,925
Base Invoice $15,599 $25,833 $27,608
Universal garage door opener 350 75 75
Rear spoiler 295    
Floor mats 115    
Cargo net 50 40 40
Cargo mat 95 50 50
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   175 175
Satellite radio   430 430
Universal garage door opener 291 60 60
Rear spoiler 244    
Floor mats 93    
Cargo net 42 32 32
Cargo mat 78 40 40
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   140 140
Satellite radio   344 344
Options (change) 905 770 770
Options (change) 748 616 616
Destination 800 560 560
Total Price $17,605 $29,325 $31,255
Total Invoice $17,147 $27,009 $28,784

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Kia Forte dealer quotes or Mazda Mazda6 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte LX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,551
Model Year201420062006
ModelForteMazda6Mazda6
TrimLXMazdaSpeed6 SportMazdaSpeed6 Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine148hp I4274hp I4274hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)21/29 MPG19/25 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 4200, 7200, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)195/65-15215/40-18215/40-18
Total Price$17,605$29,325$31,255
Adjustments for Features0-3,595-5,370
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$17,605$25,730$25,885
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$155
Total Invoice$17,147$27,009$28,784
Adjustments for Features0-3,311-4,945
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,147$23,698$23,839
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$141

Return to top

Features Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year201420062006
ModelForteMazda6Mazda6
TrimLXMazdaSpeed6 SportMazdaSpeed6 Grand Touring
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
Cruise control $150$150
Proximity key  $250
Remote keyless entry $225$225
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Brake assist$50  
Tire-pressure monitor$75  
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300$300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350$350
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25
Infotainment 
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights $125$125
Heated mirrors$25 $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Trip computer$150  
Visor mirror, driver$10  
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300  
Heated front seats  $200
Leather seating surfaces  $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Total Value of Features$1,145$4,740$6,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,595$5,370
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,311-4,945

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6 features.

Specifications Comparison: Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6

Model Year20142006
ModelForteMazda6
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in105.3 in
Length179.5 in186.8 in
Width70.1 in70.1 in
Height56.5 in56.7 in
Curb Weight2,981 lb.3,589 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.2 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.1 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft315.2 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Kia Forte vs. Mazda Mazda6 specs.

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 MazdaSpeed6 Sport

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Mazda6 MazdaSpeed6 Grand Touring

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans, Coupes, and Hatchbacks.
See TrueDelta's information for all Kia models.